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In reply to the discussion: So, all the news outlets are carrying the story of Obama compromising on Social Security [View all]RomneyLies
(3,333 posts)63. Upon reflection
You were absolutely right. There were dozens of head fakes to the left.
It's pretty clear in hindsight.
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So, all the news outlets are carrying the story of Obama compromising on Social Security [View all]
Matariki
Dec 2012
OP
The chained CPI will result in ~$3000 less per year per senior within the next ten years
RomneyLies
Dec 2012
#27
You have no idea how frugal you have to be to live on Social Security in some areas of the country
JDPriestly
Dec 2012
#53
And exactly when do you think we huddled masses will be informed? Better safe than sorry, IMHO.
libdem4life
Dec 2012
#17
Why does it matter? We know how their pointed little brains work...and seldom out in public.
libdem4life
Dec 2012
#47
So everybody go sign up with the AARP...they are kicking butt and taking names...the Senior's PAC
libdem4life
Dec 2012
#10
Well, isn't that just peachy. Who the hell cares? Can you give us another PAC that stands for
libdem4life
Dec 2012
#33
Cut the shill crap...we take the good with the bad and I can join the part that works for me.
libdem4life
Dec 2012
#64
How exactly does the NRA translate into sending emails for SS and Medicare? But thanks
libdem4life
Dec 2012
#66
Just curious, but why should we believe anything the MSM says after their behavior during the....
OldDem2012
Dec 2012
#28
How about you take it as one vote toward not trusting the MSM for the last five decades?....
OldDem2012
Dec 2012
#50
Just remember: When Bush did it was BAD. When Mypresident does it is is GOOD.
MotherPetrie
Dec 2012
#44
Actually, it's good, politically- it gives the impression that he is compromising on actual
cecilfirefox
Dec 2012
#67